Movement variability in soccer training is the new approach to enhance practice that develops players' movement adaptabilities and creative play on the field. Movement Variability in Soccer Training bridges the gap between theory and practice. In the first section of the book, the reader will understand the background theory and scientific evidence supporting movement variability. This section covers the short- and mid-term effects of adopting movement variability training as it relates to players' technical, tactical, and creative development. In the following section, the reader will be given 100 training drills-practical examples for implementing variability during training based on that session's goals, such as individual, group, or team development. In the final section, the reader will learn how to incorporate periodization training during each training microcycle. By addressing all aspects of performance, this book is an essential reference for every soccer trainer, coach, or player.

Diogo Coutinho is an assistant professor at the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD) and at the University of Maia (UMAIA), Portugal. He is an integrated member of the Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD) through which he has published more than 30 ISI indexed manuscripts covering performance analysis and movement variability in soccer. In addition, he works as assistant and head coach at different levels of performance from semi-professional to professional. He lives in Portugal. Sara Santos holds a position as researcher at the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD), Portugal. She is an integrated member of the Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD). She lives in Portugal. Jaime Sampaio is a tenured professor at the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro in Portugal for teaching and researching Performance Analysis in Team Sports.